Woolybutt Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

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Woolybutt Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

Nestled deep in the snow gum littered landscape of Lake Mountain, the Woolybutt Trail is the perfect year-round trail. Accessible from Lake Mountain Alpine Resort, via the Snowgum Trail, walk, run or cross-country ski the short, but scenic trail. 

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Woolybutt Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

Woolybutt Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

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Woolybutt Trail (Yarra Ranges National Park)

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Warnings & Restrictions

Dogs

Dogs are not allowed

Restrictions

  • Not yet assessed

Warnings

    • Not yet assessed

Be Prepared

Stay safe and get the most out of your park visit by preparing for natural hazards and other outdoor risks in Victoria’s parks. You are responsible for your own safety and the safety of those in your care. Find out more.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

Partial walking track closure on Cumberland Circuit walk (South of Woods Point Road)

There is a partial closure in place on the Cumberland Circuit walk due to hazardous tree fall risk south of Woods Point Rd (see map attached) 

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Cambarville toilet block closed until further notice

Cambarville toilet block is closed until further notice due to water supply issues and structural problems 

Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area - Toilet Closure

Dom Dom Saddle Picnic Area toilets are permanently closed and will be removed in their entirety at a later date.
The nearest toilets are at Fernshaw Picnic ground.

O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail - Dee Road Trestle Bridge Closed

The Dee Road Trestle Bridge has been closed for public safety
Subsequently, the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail now terminates at the bridge near the Dee Road Picnic Ground.
Parks Victoria recommends accessing the western section of the trail from the Dee Road Picnic Ground in Millgrove and the eastern section from the Yuonga Road Picnic Ground in Warburton. Please plan your visit accordingly.

Works to provide continued access to the trail are being investigated. For more information and to receive updates on the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail Dee Slip Bridge project, refer to the Projects page on this website https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/projects/melbourne-region/oshannassy-aqueduct-trail-dee-slip-bridge-project.

10 Mile Toilets Temporarily Closure

The 10 mile toilets on Mount Donna Buang is temporally closed due to vandalism
There are alternative toilets located at the summit, 3 km up the road, following Donna Buang rd. 
We apologise for any inconvenience

Donna Buang - 10 Mile Toilets temporary closed

The toilets at 10 Mile (Donna Buang) are temporary closed due to vandalism. 
Alternative toilets are located 3 km up the Donna Buang road, at the summit.
Apology for any inconvenience

Night closures for Deer Control work O' Shannassy Aqueduct trail and Mt Donna Buang

Parks Victoria will be undertaking deer control in the Yarra Ranges National Park on the southern fall of Mount Donna Buang. This program will be taking place between the hours of 4pm and 7am on a number of nights between 18th of May 2025 and June 30th 2025. These control works are being undertaken by accredited and authorised contractors.
For reasons of public safety, various areas of the park will be inaccessible during the evening throughout this period. This includes the O’Shannassy Aqueduct trail and the Mount Victoria walking track. Please refer to the attached map for further information.
Signage will be in place at access points when control activities are occurring. For our own safety please observe the signage during this time and do not enter any closed areas.
For further information please call 131963

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